The following is an abbreviated version of a message posted in a professional aromatherapy mailing list. People often have questions about the toxicity of Wintergreen and Sweet Birch essential oils. The facts in the following are accurate, as concerns over…

Chypre (french for Cypress) perfumes are one of the the classic fragrance families. The authorities vary on giving guides to pronouciation. "Sheeprah" is close, but not exact. (I want to say "CHEYE-pruh"...definitely not correct!) Chypres originated in the Roman Empire…

Allergies: Blue Tansy (Tanecetum annuum), Ammi Visnaga, German and Roman Chamomile, Helichrysum, Lavender, Yarrow Asthma: Prevention: Blue Tansy (Tanecetum annuum), Ammi Visnaga. Treatment: Frankincense CO2, Hyssop, Inula, Litsea, Ravensara, Black Spruce, Blue Tansy (Tanecetum annuum), Cedarwood, Cajeput, Clary Sage, Roman Chamomile, Cypress, Fennel, Eucalyptus Radiata,…

The following white paper is presented by the National Association of Holistic Aromatherapy, detailing why responsible members of the Aromatherapy Community are aware of the risks and dangers inherent in the practice of so called "Raindrop Therapy." Raindrop Therapy White…

Contraindications Under certain conditions, even the most beneficial essential oils can prove harmful. Concentrated oils are very strong, and just because a product is 'natural', that does not mean it’s harmless. Inappropriate use can sometimes lead to adverse or damaging…